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Bears move toward Arlington Heights stadium with ‘no Plan B’

Anything other than a new stadium in the suburbs is off the table at the moment, including renovations to Soldier Field.

Chicago Sun-Times

Bears won’t take cash at Soldier Field

The team said their games will be cashless starting with Sunday’s opener

Chicago Sun-Times

Bears installed new Bermuda-style grass at Soldier Field

The Soldier Field turf will be good as new. Literally. The Bears installed new Bermuda-style grass ahead of the season opener vs. 49ers.

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Soldier Field’s new grass an upgrade over ‘sandy field ... spray painted green’

Bears kicker Cairo Santos was pleased to see the stadium switch from Kentucky bluegrass to Bermuda this week and plans to test it out Friday.

Chicago Sun-Times

Bears show renderings for enclosed stadium complex in Arlington Heights, but say they’d expect some public funding

CHICAGO —For the first time, the Chicago Bears confirmed Tuesday that the stadium the team is considering building in Arlington Heights would be domed — but the team also called for taxpayer funding of a portion of the project, and noted the plan was still tentative.

Chicago Tribune

Bears release Arlington Heights details, make case for public subsidy

Though the Bears will not seek public funds to build a stadium, “we look forward to partnering with the various governmental bodies to secure additional funding and assistance needed to support the feasibility of the remainder of the development,” the team wrote.

Chicago Sun-Times

How many seats would Bears’ proposed Arlington Heights stadium have?

Soldier Field has a capacity of 61,500, the lowest in the NFL. A new stadium in Arlington Heights would offer an opportunity for a much bigger venue.

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Ed Donatell helped solve the NFL's best offenses. Can he fix the Vikings' defense?

Seeds for the dramatic change in the way the Vikings will play defense in 2022 were planted in the sod of Soldier Field and the offensively-gifted mind of Rams coach Sean McVay on the night of Dec. 9, 2018.

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City planning chief doubles down on Soldier Field’s post-Bears future

Maurice Cox said a dome over Soldier Field will remain “one of the options that extends its use for 365 days a year.” The possibility of the Bears leaving for Arlington Heights, he added, “really forced the city to look at utilization of that amazing event venue.”

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Chicago Bears to present concept plans for a new stadium, entertainment district in Arlington Heights, though purchase deal not finalized

Taking the next step toward building a new stadium, the Chicago Bears Thursday announced an informational community meeting to discuss the potential purchase and development of Arlington International Racecourse.

Chicago Tribune

Bears to unveil plans for Arlington Heights stadium site

The Bears will unveil conceptual plans for their potential new home in Arlington Heights on Sept. 8, the team said Thursday.

Chicago Sun-Times

Arlington Heights residents want the Bears — but they don’t want to foot the bill, poll finds

SNEED EXCLUSIVE: A new poll shows that more than two-thirds of voters in the northwest suburb say the Bears shouldn’t get a dime of taxpayer money if they decide to leave Soldier Field for Arlington Heights.

Chicago Sun-Times

In return to Bridgeview, Fire turn back clock with loss to NYCFC

The Fire played on a field meant for soccer. Their performance showed they’re probably not meant for the playoffs.

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Is the Soldier Field grass green enough for Fire?

The playing surface has become a pressing issue for the Fire, who moved Sunday’s game to Bridgeview due to expected field conditions.

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7 Takeaways from the Bears’ preseason win vs. Chiefs

From Braxton Jones' solid debut to the unacceptable field conditions at Soldier Field, here are our takeaways from the Bears' preseason win.

Chicago Sun-Times

Halas Intrigue, Episode 228: Grading the Bears’ preseason opener

One thing is sure, the Soldier Field turf needs work.

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NFLPA President J.C. Tretter was unimpressed with Soldier Field’s field

NFLPA President J.C. Tretter added his name to the ever-increasing list of people unimpressed with Soldier Field's playing surface.

Tribune News Service

Chiefs safety Justin Reid jokes he ‘locked down’ backup kicker job after drilling PAT

Chiefs safety Justin Reid was pumped up during Saturday’s preseason game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field.

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Rookies Jaquan Brisker and Trestan Ebner stand out in Bears’ 19-14 win against Chiefs in preseason opener

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bears beat the Kansas City Chiefs, 19-14, in the preseason opener Saturday at Soldier Field.

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Studs and duds from Bears’ preseason win vs. Chiefs

We're taking a look at the studs and duds from the Bears' preseason win over the Chiefs, which included quite a few rookies.

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Best Twitter reactions from Chiefs’ preseason Week 1 loss to Bears

Fans and observers react on Twitter to the #Chiefs' preseason Week 1 loss to the #Bears | from @EdEastonJr

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NFL fans are ripping the condition of the Soldier Field turf in Bears vs. Chiefs

Bears fans are ready for the move to Arlington Heights after seeing the terrible condition of Soldier Field.

Chicago Sun-Times

NFLPA president on Soldier Field turf: ‘NFL can and should do better’

The grass was so patchy that super-agent David Canter tweeted that Saturday’s exhibition opener against the Chiefs should have been canceled.

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Elton John concert leaves Soldier Field turf in rotten shape

Soldier Field did not look like it was ready for NFL teams to play on its turf

Chicago Sun-Times

Roquan Smith works out at Soldier Field, doesn’t play

Smith, who demanded a trade Tuesday, did conditioning work with his teammates about two hours before kickoff of Saturday’s exhibition opener against the Chiefs.

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